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Part 1 - We go back to March 2022 and re-listen to our very first episode. It was not just for fun though, as Shannon Proffitt joins us and critique's the episode. We share how things have been the same and how they have changed over the last 4 and a half years. Be sure to follow us online. Be sure to tune in next week for Part 2 of this two part episode. Earned Fun Average -   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/earnedfunavg/ (@EarnedFunAvg) Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/earnedfunavg/ (@EarnedFunAvg) Blue Sky: https://www.bsky.app/profile/earnedfunavg.bsky.social  (@EarnedFunAvg.bsky.social) Threads: https://www.threads.com/@earnedfunavg (@EarnedFunAvg) Curved Brim Media - Website: https://www.curvedbrimmedia.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/curvedbrimmedia/ (@CurvedBrimMedia) Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/CurvedBrim/ (@CurvedBrim)

The MLB Playoffs are under way. Johnny and Eric recap the 2026 regular season and go over the final standings. They discuss the playoff bracket and pick their playoff winners. Be sure to follow us online. Earned Fun Average -   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/earnedfunavg/ (@EarnedFunAvg) Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/earnedfunavg/ (@EarnedFunAvg) Blue Sky: https://www.bsky.app/profile/earnedfunavg.bsky.social  (@EarnedFunAvg.bsky.social) Threads: https://www.threads.com/@earnedfunavg (@EarnedFunAvg) Curved Brim Media - Website: https://www.curvedbrimmedia.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/curvedbrimmedia/ (@CurvedBrimMedia) Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/CurvedBrim/ (@CurvedBrim)

Jeff Dobish is back on with us after 28 long years. As the previous owner of the Casper Spuds, Jeff is back in summer collegiate baseball, this time in Gering, NE. Jeff shares with us his reasoning for bringing a new team to western Nebraska. We talk about promotions and how the team name came to be. Jeff also shares his Proffitt & Loss. Be sure to follow the Sugar Beets online. Gering Sugar Beets -  Website: https://www.geringsugarbeets.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/geringsugarbeets/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geringsugarbeets/ (@GeringSugarBeets) Earned Fun Average -   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/earnedfunavg/ (@EarnedFunAvg) Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/earnedfunavg/ (@EarnedFunAvg) Blue Sky: https://www.bsky.app/profile/earnedfunavg.bsky.social  (@EarnedFunAvg.bsky.social) Threads: https://www.threads.com/@earnedfunavg (@EarnedFunAvg) Curved Brim Media - Website: https://www.curvedbrimmedia.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/curvedbrimmedia/ (@CurvedBrimMedia) Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/CurvedBrim/ (@CurvedBrim)

We are joined once again by Terry McCutchen. We put a bow on the Big Country Bayou Battle. We talk about the conclusion of the Gumbeaux Gators and Flying Bisons series. We have Johnny rank his favorite teams and we talk TCL expansion. Make sure to follow Terry online. Terry McCutchen - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/terry.mccutchen/ (@Terry.McCutchen) Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/tbmccutchen (@TBMcCutchen) Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/foul-tips-and-bat-flips/id1804531362 Earned Fun Average -   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/earnedfunavg/ (@EarnedFunAvg) Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/earnedfunavg/ (@EarnedFunAvg) Blue Sky: https://www.bsky.app/profile/earnedfunavg.bsky.social  (@EarnedFunAvg.bsky.social) Threads: https://www.threads.com/@earnedfunavg (@EarnedFunAvg) Curved Brim Media - Website: https://www.curvedbrimmedia.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/curvedbrimmedia/ (@CurvedBrimMedia) Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/CurvedBrim/ (@CurvedBrim)

Lynn Smith is our resident Iowan. The 2026 Curved Brim Media meetup took place in Iowa this year. Lynn talks to us about the meetup, the games we attended and the other fun activities we participated in.  Make sure to follow Lynn and all the other CBM media personalities online. Lynn Smith -  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iaskiheho/ (@iaskiheho) Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/iaskiheho/ (@iaskiheho) Earned Fun Average -   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/earnedfunavg/ (@EarnedFunAvg) Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/earnedfunavg/ (@EarnedFunAvg) Blue Sky: https://www.bsky.app/profile/earnedfunavg.bsky.social  (@EarnedFunAvg.bsky.social) Threads: https://www.threads.com/@earnedfunavg (@EarnedFunAvg) Curved Brim Media - Website: https://www.curvedbrimmedia.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/curvedbrimmedia/ (@CurvedBrimMedia) Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/CurvedBrim/ (@CurvedBrim)

Ken and Jen Leo run the Green Bay Blue Ribbons. We talk about the connection with Pabst Blue Ribbon beer, how they got involved with the team and where the team plays. We talk about the Wisconsin State League and they share their Proffitt & Loss. Be sure to follow the Blue Ribbons online. Green Bay Blue Ribbons - Website: https://www.blueribbonsbaseball.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blueribbonsbaseball/ (@BlueRibbonsBaseball) Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/GBBlueRibbons (@GBBlueRibbons) Earned Fun Average -   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/earnedfunavg/ (@EarnedFunAvg) Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/earnedfunavg/ (@EarnedFunAvg) Blue Sky: https://www.bsky.app/profile/earnedfunavg.bsky.social  (@EarnedFunAvg.bsky.social) Threads: https://www.threads.com/@earnedfunavg (@EarnedFunAvg) Curved Brim Media - Website: https://www.curvedbrimmedia.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/curvedbrimmedia/ (@CurvedBrimMedia) Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/CurvedBrim/ (@CurvedBrim)

John Lohrke is the GM of the Alaska Goldpanners. John tells us about his father's playing days in the MLB. He shares with us his baseball background including getting involved with the Goldpanners. We talk about the Midnight Sun Game and the NBC World Series.  Be sure to follow the Goldpanners online. Alaska Goldpanners - Website: https://www.goldpanners.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Goldpanners/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alaskagoldpanners/ (AlaskaGoldpanners) Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/RealGoldpanners (@RealGoldpanners) Earned Fun Average -   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/earnedfunavg/ (@EarnedFunAvg) Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/earnedfunavg/ (@EarnedFunAvg) Blue Sky: https://www.bsky.app/profile/earnedfunavg.bsky.social  (@EarnedFunAvg.bsky.social) Threads: https://www.threads.com/@earnedfunavg (@EarnedFunAvg) Curved Brim Media - Website: https://www.curvedbrimmedia.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/curvedbrimmedia/ (@CurvedBrimMedia) Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/CurvedBrim/ (@CurvedBrim)

Chris Goodell has been running the La Crosse Loggers of the Northwoods League for many years. As someone who's originally from Iowa, Chris jumped at the chance to become President and Owner of a new Northwoods League team, playing it's inaugural season in Dyersville, Iowa in 2027. Chris tells us about the All Star game, the new team name unveiling and shares his Proffitt & Loss. Be sure to follow the Dreamers and Loggers online. Dyersville Dreamers - Website: https://northwoodsleague.com/dyersville-dreamers/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dreamersfod/ (@DreamersFOD) Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/DreamersFOD (@DreamersFOD) La Crosse Loggers - Website: https://northwoodsleague.com/la-crosse-loggers/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laxloggers/ (@LaxLoggers) Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/laxloggers (@LaxLoggers) Earned Fun Average -   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/earnedfunavg/ (@EarnedFunAvg) Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/earnedfunavg/ (@EarnedFunAvg) Blue Sky: https://www.bsky.app/profile/earnedfunavg.bsky.social  (@EarnedFunAvg.bsky.social) Threads: https://www.threads.com/@earnedfunavg (@EarnedFunAvg) Curved Brim Media - Website: https://www.curvedbrimmedia.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/curvedbrimmedia/ (@CurvedBrimMedia) Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/CurvedBrim/ (@CurvedBrim)

We both set out on another trip 4th of July weekend. Johnny went to see Acadiana and Lake Charles. Eric went with his family to Springfield and Nashville. We talk about food and events outside of the ballpark and share our Proffitt & Loss. Be sure to follow us online. Earned Fun Average -   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/earnedfunavg/ (@EarnedFunAvg) Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/earnedfunavg/ (@EarnedFunAvg) Blue Sky: https://www.bsky.app/profile/earnedfunavg.bsky.social  (@EarnedFunAvg.bsky.social) Threads: https://www.threads.com/@earnedfunavg (@EarnedFunAvg) Curved Brim Media - Website: https://www.curvedbrimmedia.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/curvedbrimmedia/ (@CurvedBrimMedia) Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/CurvedBrim/ (@CurvedBrim)

We are joined by Virgil Brooks, Chris Storm and Terry McCutchen to discuss the 2026 NBC World Series Baseball Round the Clock. From extreme heat, extra check-ins, a 6th inning stretch, and lots of baseball, you'll want to check out this fun episode. Be sure to follow all of them online and come visit the NBC World Series next July. National Baseball Congress World Series - Website: https://www.nbcbaseball.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nbcbaseball/ (@NBCBaseball) Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/NBCBaseball (@NBCBaseball) Virgil Brooks - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lostgumbel/ (@LostGumbel) Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/thelostgumbel (@TheLostGumbel) Chris Storm - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hatstorm/ (@HatStorm) Threads: https://www.threads.com/@hatstorm (@HatStorm) Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/HatStorm (@HatStorm) Terry McCutchen - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/terry.mccutchen/ (@Terry.McCutchen) Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/tbmccutchen (@TBMcCutchen) Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/foul-tips-and-bat-flips/id1804531362 Earned Fun Average -   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/earnedfunavg/ (@EarnedFunAvg) Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/earnedfunavg/ (@EarnedFunAvg) Blue Sky: https://www.bsky.app/profile/earnedfunavg.bsky.social  (@EarnedFunAvg.bsky.social) Threads: https://www.threads.com/@earnedfunavg (@EarnedFunAvg) Curved Brim Media - Website: https://www.curvedbrimmedia.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/curvedbrimmedia/ (@CurvedBrimMedia) Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/CurvedBrim/ (@CurvedBrim)

Matt Burns is better known as Mapping the Path. He takes a yearly 3-week trip with his father to see ballparks in certain regions of the country. We get into Matt's planning, spreadsheets and everything else that goes into his trips. We talk about the hats voting and the videos he releases from each of the ballparks. He also shares his Proffitt & Loss. Be sure to follow Matt online. Mathew Burns - Website: https://www.mappingthepath.com/ YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@mappingthepath Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mappingthepath (@MappingThePath) Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/mappingthepath (@MappingThePath) Earned Fun Average -   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/earnedfunavg/ (@EarnedFunAvg) Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/earnedfunavg/ (@EarnedFunAvg) Blue Sky: https://www.bsky.app/profile/earnedfunavg.bsky.social  (@EarnedFunAvg.bsky.social) Threads: https://www.threads.com/@earnedfunavg (@EarnedFunAvg) Curved Brim Media - Website: https://www.curvedbrimmedia.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/curvedbrimmedia/ (@CurvedBrimMedia) Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/CurvedBrim/ (@CurvedBrim)

Bryce Boudreaux is the on-field emcee for McNeese State and the Lake Charles Gumbeaux Gators. He also hosts wrestling, MMA and combat sports events. Bryce shares his background and how he got the gig for the Gumbeaux Gators. He shares his dream wrestling matchup to announce and his Proffitt & Loss. Make sure to follow Bryce and the Gumbeaux Gators online. Bryce Boudreaux - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bryce_boudreaux/ (@Bryce_Boudreaux) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bryce.j.boudreaux YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bryce_boudreaux_announcer Lake Charles Gumbeaux Gators - Website: https://www.gumbeauxgators.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gumbeauxgators/ (@GumbeauxGators) Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/gumbeauxgators (@GumbeauxGators) Earned Fun Average -   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/earnedfunavg/ (@EarnedFunAvg) Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/earnedfunavg/ (@EarnedFunAvg) Blue Sky: https://www.bsky.app/profile/earnedfunavg.bsky.social  (@EarnedFunAvg.bsky.social) Threads: https://www.threads.com/@earnedfunavg (@EarnedFunAvg) Curved Brim Media - Website: https://www.curvedbrimmedia.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/curvedbrimmedia/ (@CurvedBrimMedia) Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/CurvedBrim/ (@CurvedBrim)

In part 2 of our Father's Day weekend trips, Eric discusses ProffittPalooza 2026. We go over the itinerary, ballpark food and merch. We also preview the other trips we both were getting ready to leave on. Be sure to follow us online.  Earned Fun Average -   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/earnedfunavg/ (@EarnedFunAvg) Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/earnedfunavg/ (@EarnedFunAvg) Blue Sky: https://www.bsky.app/profile/earnedfunavg.bsky.social  (@EarnedFunAvg.bsky.social) Threads: https://www.threads.com/@earnedfunavg (@EarnedFunAvg) Curved Brim Media - Website: https://www.curvedbrimmedia.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/curvedbrimmedia/ (@CurvedBrimMedia) Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/CurvedBrim/ (@CurvedBrim)

Johnny and Eric took baseball trips over Father's Day weekend. In Part 1 of this 2 part episode, Johnny tells us about his trip to Cape Girardeau. From the food, to the merch and everything between the foul lines, make sure to listen to this fun episode. Be sure to follow us online. Earned Fun Average -   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/earnedfunavg/ (@EarnedFunAvg) Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/earnedfunavg/ (@EarnedFunAvg) Blue Sky: https://www.bsky.app/profile/earnedfunavg.bsky.social  (@EarnedFunAvg.bsky.social) Threads: https://www.threads.com/@earnedfunavg (@EarnedFunAvg) Curved Brim Media - Website: https://www.curvedbrimmedia.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/curvedbrimmedia/ (@CurvedBrimMedia) Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/CurvedBrim/ (@CurvedBrim)

Eric went to his first ever College World Series game with his son and saw Game 1 between the Troy Trojans and West Virginia Mountaineers. A historical home run ball was hit during the game and there's a great story that followed. Be sure to tune in to hear what happened in Omaha.  Be sure to follow the Troy Trojans online. Website: https://troytrojans.com/sports/baseball Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/troytrojansbaseball/ (@TroyTrojansBaseball) Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/troytrojansbsb (@TroyTrojansBSB) Earned Fun Average -   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/earnedfunavg/ (@EarnedFunAvg) Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/earnedfunavg/ (@EarnedFunAvg) Blue Sky: https://www.bsky.app/profile/earnedfunavg.bsky.social  (@EarnedFunAvg.bsky.social) Threads: https://www.threads.com/@earnedfunavg (@EarnedFunAvg) Curved Brim Media - Website: https://www.curvedbrimmedia.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/curvedbrimmedia/ (@CurvedBrimMedia) Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/CurvedBrim/ (@CurvedBrim)